Technical Operations Specialist

Job description

Interim Technical Operations Specialist

Contract Length: 6 Months

Day Rate: £400 (Inside IR35)

Location: Hybrid (one day per fortnight required in the office, Slough).

The Opportunity

We are delighted to be partnering with a longstanding client, a leading global pharmaceutical organisation, to source an experienced Technical Operations Specialist for a critical 6-month interim contract. This role has been created to support the department during a period of transition and to bridge a key technical knowledge gap within the team.

Our client is currently managing several high-profile technical projects, including complex CMO transfers and new product introductions.

The Role

This is a hands-on technical role focused on non-artwork technical projects. You will lead and support projects involving manufacturing lines, componentry, and technical specifications, ensuring that all product builds - such as vials and other primary packaging - meet rigorous standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• CMO Management: Actively manage 4–5 different Contract Manufacturing Organisations (CMOs) to ensure they adhere to specifications and meet validation requirements.
• Technical Transfers & Launches: Lead technical activities related to product launches and transfers within Europe, including the setup of new lines and the oversight of manufacturing and packaging operations.
• Validation Oversight: Review and approve validation activities related to packaging and manufacturing processes.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with internal Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams to ensure project milestones are met and all technical documentation is compliant.
• Global Coordination: Liaise with the client’s global headquarters to coordinate component specifications and relay technical changes from CMOs.
• Troubleshooting: Provide technical support for materials, equipment, and tooling requirements, and lead problem-solving efforts for manufacturing or testing issues.

The Ideal Candidate

Our client is looking for a seasoned pharmaceutical professional who can "hit the ground running." You will bring:

• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical technical operations.
• Proven expertise in changing CMOs, validation processes, and setting up manufacturing lines.
• A strong technical understanding of manufacturing and packaging processes, materials, and equipment.
• Experience managing serialisation and anti-counterfeiting projects is highly desirable.
• The ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment and manage multiple tight deadlines.

If you are a highly technical pharmaceutical operations professional looking for a challenging interim role with a prestigious global leader, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for this immediate requirement.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English